Dec 19, 2009 11:19 AM

I'm a 38 year old who needs to get back into shape after way too long sitting at a desk working on a dissertation. I used to run somewhat about 10 years ago, but exercise kind of fell by the wayside when I went back to university. For health reasons, and because I miss the feeling of control over my body that I used to have, I want to focus on getting back into shape in a healthy manner. My initial goal is to run a 5K in early March. Anyone want to do the program along with me? My running days will be Sat, Mon, and Wed. Advice and motivation are always welcome!

Just got back from first run. Definitely could have done without the cold and wind, but if I can start in this weather, then there is no excuse later on. The first quarter was fine, the second more painful, and was totally winded by the third quarter. Wound up walking the last part home, but managed to get through more than I thought I would be able to. The time certainly went by fast, too. I will need to find a better place to run, though. I live in a hilly neighborhood, and am thinking it might be better to run on a level surface, for now at least.

Way to go at getting started!! I just finished Week 2 Day 3 (W2D3) and am sooooo proud of myself...I have no past history with running so this is all very new to me and am really looking forward to the challenges every week so here's to W3!! I am running on a treadmill (I live in Canada so there is no way I will risk my limbs to frostbite this time of year...hehe) and downloaded the podcasts which I HIGHLY recommend!! Good luck and Happy Holidays!!

I just started the C25K today. I have been trying to talk myself in to it for a couple of months now. I used to run when I was younger, but have not ran for about 20 years. Yikes! I did D1W1 on the treadmill today. It's too cold outside for me right now. I hope to get outside sometimes for workouts. Your right it felt good to finally get off my duff and get started! Good Luck and day 2 here I come!

Congrats! It really does feel good to get moving again, doesn't it? Today was W1D2--I was definitely feeling it by the end, but made it through. Thank goodness for some really rocking music to focus on. I spent the morning arguing with myself, saying that 'well, you can go to the gym tomorrow', and eventually got fed up with the mental discussion and just went to the gym and worked out. The entire workout took SO much less time than the mental argument.

The next few workouts will be hard, since I fly east to the land of the snow for the holidays. No gym membership, and no treadmill available. I'll do my best, and hopefully the roads will be clear enough. If not, I will have to compromise and use the NordicTrak instead.

I'm not following th C25K program exactly--today was my 6th run, and I haven't been timing it. I do have the podcasts downloaded, but I don't really want to run with my iPod right now. I'm alternating running & walking on my own, and I just haven't figured out yet where I am exactly on the Plan. I'll check my route on the map tonight and see if it comes close to one of the listed workouts so I'll know where I am.

I did notice today that my breathing was much easier. In fact, it was the fatigue in my legs that made me have to walk, not being out of breath. So I guess that shows a little improvement in stamina.

MsCris, even if you're in the land of snow, I'll bet the streets or sidewalks will be clear enough for a run. Don't let anyone talk you out it (not even yourself!!)

owl451, yes I experience this too. My shins and ankles hurt when I try to run, so I'm not quite able to finish the whole routine. I'm wondering if I should do a walk program first to build up my legs to running.